Bail for cop on murder, kidnapping charges By Anelisa Kubheka Share DURBAN - A DURBAN metro officer with the Multi Operational Response Team (Mort) was granted bail on Monday in the Pinetown Magistrate’s Court. He faces charges of attempted murder and kidnapping of a 13-year-old boy. The constable, 33, appeared in court following his arrest on Sunday, on allegations that he assaulted and forced the child to drink petrol because he suspected the child of stealing in Savannah Park. Police spokesperson Captain Nqobile Gwala confirmed their investigation and the officer’s arrest. National Prosecuting Authority regional spokesperson Natasha Kara said the policeman was granted bail of R2 000, with conditions that he was not allowed to interfere or communicate with victims and witnesses.